Getting rid of termites can cost hundreds, even thousands of dollars. When a Cumberland County woman did not believe the company she paid was following through on its promise, she called Five on Your ...

Q: Lately, my doors and windows are hard to open, and I’ve noticed small piles of wood around the house. What does termite damage look like? Should I contact someone to perform an inspection? A: ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

Homeowners insurance typically does not cover termite damage, but there are some rare exceptions. Homeowners are expected to take proactive measures to prevent termite infestations, and neglect is not ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...

If you ever have wondered where wood gets its color, David Weston would tell you it's from minerals in the ground where the tree grew, in what climate and at what latitude. As specialized as that ...